Franklin J. “Frank” Howell, 70, of Wapakoneta died at 8:15 a.m. August 16,2010 at his residence.

He was born April 14, 1940 in Mercer county to Dallas & Ruth (Slusser) Howell who preceded him in death.  On January 25, 1961 he married Ruth A. Law who survives in Wapakoneta.

Survivors also include 3 children; Pamela Kennon of New Hampshire, Eric (Bobbi) Howell and David(Teri) Howell both of Wapakoneta; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother.

He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

A private service will be held at a later date.  Burial will be at Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Gutman.  There will be no public visitation.

Arrangements are being conducted by Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

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